Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $1099 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 31/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 22 points (53/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 26
Display 100
Camera 88
Battery 46
Design 23
Value for money 34
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1890
  • Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 23/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 221g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $1099

  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 22 points higher (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (88/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (56/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 1585585 408000
Geekbench Single 1900 760
Geekbench Multi 5200 1890
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2992x1344
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 8 MP
RAM 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 221 g 195 g
Price $1099 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
46
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
53/100
1585585 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
31/100 -288.6%
408000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 288.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $949. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $949.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (26/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (88/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (56/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 22 points (53/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.